City of Aurora, IL

This Friday, one of the foundational retail spots to enter our downtown turns 7! 🎉 We are blessed to have Wyckwood House in the heart of Aurora and encourage everyone to stop by their shop THIS Friday from 6 P.M. - 9 P.M. to celebrate with live music, cocktails, and more. 🤩…

🌟 AURORA CITY COUNCIL UNANIMOUSLY APPROVES NEW CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER AND DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS The Aurora City Council unanimously approved the appointment of Stacey Peterson to serve as the City's new Chief Financial Officer and City Treasurer and Jason Bauer to serve as…

❗ STAY SAFE, STAY COOL: Utilize Cooling Centers In Aurora! ☀️ Beginning today, a stretch of dangerously hot weather is set to take hold, with heat indices reaching over 100 degrees. The City of Aurora is advising residents to take necessary precautions to stay safe, and…

🍿 The Aurora Film Society and the City of Lights Film Festival are hosting a FREE film screening in downtown Aurora! 🗓️ If you're an artist, a filmmaker, or a community member who loves connection...we might just have your plans set for August 6. 📍 See you at The Venue,…

🌟 THIS THURSDAY: Karina Villa and Barbara Hernandez Host Legislative Town Hall In Spanish! 💡 Join State Senator @Citizens4Villa and State Representative @Barbara_Isabel this Thursday night at 7 P.M. for a Spanish-language Legislative Town Hall! ✅ The event will cover key…

Pull up a chair because City Council will be IN SESSION this evening.🪑 Join us in Council Chambers at 6 P.M. for an evening of collaboration and discussion. We hope to see you there! Find the full agenda here: aurora.il.us/CityCouncilAge…

🌳 Happy National Parks and Recreation Month! 🌟 At last Tuesday night's Committee of the Whole meeting, Mayor John Laesch presented a proclamation to Aurora's Superintendent of Parks and Recreation, Steve Kulesza, designating July as National Parks and Recreation Month in the…

Aurora, we had one of the BEST food truck fests to date on Friday! 😁 Thank you to everyone who showed up to support these food vendors and an even bigger thank you to City staff who worked so hard to create such an awesome night for our community. ❤️ Until Fall's Food Truck…

Get ready for Aurora Animal Care & Control's, Mission Adoption special! 🐶🐱 Adopt your new furry friend for just $50 for dogs and $30 for cats, with no age or breed exclusions. Holds are still allowed, and their normal adoption hours apply. Don’t miss out—this special runs…

🍿 $1 Paramount Theatre Classic Movie Monday: Annie 🎥 A spunky young orphan is taken in by a rich eccentric, much to the chagrin of the cantankerous woman who runs the orphanage. 🎟️ Tickets can be bought at the door with cash only. Concessions are also available for purchase,…

❗ ROAD CLOSURE: Liberty Street Railroad Crossing 🚧 With McCoy Drive now open following significant railroad bridge repairs, Liberty Street will be closed at the CN Railroad crossing beginning tomorrow. ⚠️ The closure of the crossing will last approximately one month, as track…

Scoop up the fun, it’s National Ice Cream Day, Aurora! 🍦 There are so many yummy ice cream spots in our city and we’re feeling extra grateful for them today! Let us know which one is your favorite and your go-to treat in the comments 😁

🏛️ THE HISTORY OF AURORA: BROADWAY 🏛️ In 1966, this is what you would see when looking north on Broadway in the heart of Downtown Aurora! Photo Credit: Aurora, IL - Then and Now

ADOPT THIS UNIT: PART DOG, PART HIPPO, ALL LOVE 🐾 Meet Chunky Cairo – 62 lbs of pure beefcake on legs too short for his dreams. He’s got the soul of a golden retriever, the body of a loaf of bread, and the water obsession of a full-grown hippo. Best things about Cairo: 👉 He…

Welcome to your new midwest disc golf destination 🥏 We're thrilled to have Ope Disc Golf join our Aurora business community! They offer an array of disc golf essentials and carry a wide variety of top-brands that are sure to up your game. Be sure to visit them in Ward 9 at…

🌟 ROAD ALERT: McCoy Drive Is Now Open! 🛣️ With bridge setting from CN Railroad complete, McCoy Drive is NOW OPEN on Aurora's Far East Side! ❗ Single lane closures may still take place over the next two months for bridge detailing and touch up painting.

The day is finally here for our first ever SUMMER FOOD TRUCK FEST! ☀️🍔 Join us TONIGHT for an evening you'll never forget! 25 food trucks will line Benton Street from Broadway Avenue to River Street, offering up a variety of delicious food for your tastebuds to enjoy. 😋 Live…

Discovering creativity at the Cornucopia Shop in Aurora! 🎨 The next time you're walking around downtown, stop by "Artist Alley" at the Cornucopia Shop! This new addition showcases amazing work from talented local artists and is here through the end of July. While you're there,…

🌟 Thank you to our hard-working Street Maintenance Team for working overtime last night to help residents clean up from the severe weather that struck the City. ❤️ Your continued efforts are both much needed and greatly appreciated! Thank you for your excellent service to the…

We've got some thrilling weekend plans lined up and we can't wait to make unforgettable memories these next few days! 🤩